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Step into a world of enchantment with Polish Fairy Tales, a captivating selection from A. J. Glinskis extensive collection, originally printed in Wilna in 1862. These timeless tales, rooted in the folklore of the Eastern provinces of Poland and White Russia, offer a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of a bygone era. Glinski meticulously recorded these stories as they were shared by the local peasants, preserving their authentic charm. While the translation requires some condensation, the essence of these narratives remains intact, complete with moments of rhythmic prose reminiscent of ...

A king has three sons and is determined that one shall be his heir - but which? He orders them to marry and decrees that the one who picks the best wife shall be the next king. The youngest finds himself marrying a frog, against his better judgement. But when it turns out that the frog is extraordinarily gifted in such skills as carpet weaving and baking, he looks like winning the contest to be king. His frog princess is indeed a real princess under a magic spell.